CLEAN Reserve Citron Fig Eau de Parfum

I’m not adventurous when it comes to fragrances i.e. cult favourites like Chanel’s Mademoiselle and Dior’s J’adore are my go-to scents. So when I had a chance to try a niche fragrance brand, I was so excited! CLEAN Reserve is a luxury fragrance collection housed under the CLEAN franchise. They believe in sustainable beauty, blended with raw ingredients for a unique fragrance experience that encourage individuality. I mean, just look at that bottle – isn’t it simple yet unique?

With spring finally here, I have been wearing CLEAN Reserve’s Citron Fig for the last couple of weeks. I normally go for feminine fragrances that are floral, fruity or powdery, which is why it was so different for me to wear something that’s fresh, citrusy, and musky altogether! I’m not the best at describing scents and I don’t want to butcher it, so let’s go for the official description first: the fragrance captivates the refreshing scent of the Mediterranean breeze with a sparkling top of green fig, fresh ginger and lemon oil. The heart is exotic and the back adds contrast with creamy sandalwood and solar musks. In my words, what this scent says is that you’re in Greece for a getaway, enjoying a citrusy cocktail or two at an outdoor bar. And since this is an Eau de Parfum, it lasts on me all day and I love that with just two spritz, it can transport you from rainy, gloomy Toronto to beautiful, sunny Mykonos.

Fragrance Notes:

Top Notes: Fig, Ginger, Lemon Oil

Middle Notes: Cardamom, Mandarin, Mint, Copaiba

Base Notes: Sandalwood, Cedar Wood, Musk

CLEAN also uses sustainable ingredients to create this beautiful scent. The Cardamom and Copaiba are sourced from local suppliers in Guatemala and Brazil to guarantee that local farmers earn a higher profit and a steady income. Their team also work directly with communities while providing them with technical and financial support. It’s rare to see companies so supportive of sustainability and I love that about CLEAN.

This Eau de Parfum ($130, 3.4 Fl. Oz) is currently available at Sephora in-stores and online. They suggest that you can pair it with other fragrances in the collection as well, such as Sueded Oud, Blonde Rose, and Sel Santal. I haven’t tried these pairings myself, but I would love to! Citrus Fig is a beautiful scent for the warm weather, so make sure to check it out (as well as the rest of the collection) next time you visit Sephora. What are your favourite fragrances? Have you tried anything else from CLEAN? Let me know x